Conversations With Cabrera

Unscripted and informal, this video series captures candid conversations between President Ángel Cabrera and thought leaders across Georgia Tech and beyond. Unearthing leadership’s thinking behind the big ideas taking shape across the Institute and the trends likely to define our future, these discussions focus on topics related to academics and research, as well as campus life and culture.

Every day, I am inspired by the talent I get to work with, and I’m excited to share it with our entire community.

— Ángel Cabrera
Mark Berry and Danielle Merfeld

Marking the 20th anniversary of Georgia Tech's Strategic Energy Institute, President Cabrera explores the future of power systems with Mark Berry, senior vice president of research and development at Southern Company, and Danielle Merfeld, global chief technology officer for Qcells. This conversation was recorded Oct. 4, 2024, in the Kendeda Building for Innovative Sustainable Design.

Minister Dara Calleary

In Ireland for the Aer Lingus College Football Classic, President Cabrera sits with Dara Calleary, Minister of State for Trade Promotion, Digital and Company Regulation, to discuss the rise of the Irish economy, the case for investment in and partnership with Ireland, and fostering a culture of entrepreneurship. This conversation was recorded Aug. 22, 2024, at Trinity College Dublin.

T. Dallas Smith

T. Dallas Smith, founder and CEO of a commercial real estate company that bears his name, shares his personal history and the words of wisdom that motivate him. Smith is the author of In the Black: Changing the Dominant Narrative in the Commercial Real Estate Industry and current vice chair of the University System of Georgia's Board of Regents. 

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